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Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.

A range of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and cycling.

Taupo is 40 km from the hostel. Best place I stayed in all of New Zealand!! Sandra is incredibly kind and helpful. Riverstone was a great base to wait out the weather to hike the tongariro crossing. The place itself is super clean and cozy, and has a nice patio to enjoy the sun and a well equipped kitchen.

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9.1
Superb
1,010 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers an ideal location in Taupo. The hostel offers single bed dormitory's.

Taupo is an absolute mecca for all things outdoors – including hiking the famous Tongariro crossing, trout fishing, skydiving, jet boating, white water rafting, mountain biking and sailing on the Great Lake with the hostel's yacht 'Fearless'. Clean, comfortable, social with nice people, in town, offer tours etc..

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8.5
Very good
2,428 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Set in Turangi, 48 km from Mount Ruapehu, Tongariro River Retreat offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at the hostel and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. It's an amazing no-stress kind of place. It has everything you need and in the middle is a nice garden with hammocks where you can relax. The staff is very friendly and Ian is an amazing guy who really cares about the visitors and wants to help you in every way possible. Planned going there for only 1 night but it became 3 nights because it's hard to leave that place (in a positive way 😉)

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8.3
Very good
542 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Boasting a garden, shared lounge and views of sea, Raglan Backpackers is situated in Raglan, 2.5 km from Ngarunui Beach. The property is located 45 km from Waikato Stadium, 50 km from Hamilton Gardens and 47 km from Garden Place Hamilton. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. great facilities and location. thankful we could pop back and shower after our race. everything was clean and tidy with a fab atmosphere.

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8.2
Very good
598 reviews
Price from
US$27
per night

Situated in Hahei, 500 metres from Hahei Beach, Tatahi Cove Back Packer features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Cathedral Cove. Beautiful well kept gardens. Great location.

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8.4
Very good
275 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

Located in Waitomo Caves, 2.2 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, JunoHall Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a tennis court. Featuring free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hostel features an outdoor swimming pool and a shared kitchen and free WiFi. This is the tidiest and most friendly place I’ve ever stayed in!! I also like they have a rice cooker.

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8.8
Fabulous
626 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Backpackers Central Hamilton offers accommodation in the centre of Hamilton, less than 5 minutes' walk from local shops, restaurants and cafes. Free WiFi and free lockers are provided.

Waikato Stadium is 800 metres from Backpackers Central Hamilton1, while Hamilton Gardens is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Hamilton International Airport, 11 km from the property. Safe - key cards for room and doors. Clean - kitchen was clean, utensils were clean (could do with a drying rack though. Toilets are clean as well! Comfortable - beds are comfortable. On the double bunk bed, it wasn’t too high so doesn’t feel too high and unstable. Free parking as well! Location close to city centre as well! Park nearby for you to go on walks as well! Walkable to the closest Pak n Save as well!

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7.5
Good
1,312 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Haka House Taupō is a vibrant hostel in central Taupō, located just moments away from the breathtaking Lake Taupō!

Ideal for budget travellers seeking comfort and privacy, Haka House Taupō offers a range of dorm rooms and private accommodations. Each room seamlessly blends convenience, style and practicality, for a smooth and enjoyable stay. Nice wooden design all furniture tables are made of timber

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7.7
Good
1,923 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Based by the Lake is a 18+ hostel offering accommodation centrally located in Taupo, just minutes from the lake.

Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with ensuite facilities. All of the accommodation is clean and modern and linen is included. The front desk Casey is very helpful

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6.8
Review score
1,973 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Waitomo Homestead Cabins features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Waitomo Caves. Offering a bar, the property is located within 9.1 km of Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Waitomo Caves, like hiking. Nice reception. Great communication. Clean, new, great wifi. Loved the kitchen and lounge central hub which was a very nicely converted old homestead building. I would def stay here again without hesitation.

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7.5
Good
215 reviews
Price from
US$69
per night

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